Tragic news
Terrible news August 30, 2019 - 11:14 BST Aisha Nozari Luis Enrique's daughter Xana has tragically passed away from bone cancer, aged nine. The footballing legend – who was the former captain of both the national team and Barcelona – announced the news via Twitter on Thursday evening. Luis stepped down as Spain's national team coach in June so that he could spend more time with Xana.
Tributes have flooded in since Enrique shared the sad news. The Spanish Football Federation said it "wants to show our condolences to family and friends, joining us all today to their pain". Barcelona football club added: "Our condolences and all our sympathy for Luis Enrique and his family at this very difficult time. RIP Xana.
When Enrique stepped down from his role as Spain's manager in June it was said to be due to a "personal matter". At the time Enrique thanked the football federation staff "for the faith they have shown me and for understanding the situation".Our thoughts are with Enrique and his family at this very sad time.
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